The World Affairs Council of Charleston invites everyone to part 2 of LA World Affairs Council's limited series, “Ending the Forever War: The Past, Present, and Future of War in Afghanistan.” Today's event is titled "The Past, Present, and Future of US-Afghanistan Relations and Foreign Policy" with Ambassador Ryan Crocker and Dr. Colonel Richard Downie. The event will take place today at 1:30 EDT. The registration link is below, and we look forward to seeing you there. https://lnkd.in/d-8D6J_U
World Affairs Council of Charleston
国际事务
CHARLESTON，South Carolina 98 位关注者
Engaging our community globally and locally through nonpartisan activities that increase our understanding of the world.
关于我们
The World Affairs Council of Charleston seeks to engage the Charleston community through timely nonpartisan activities on world affairs and international issues. Our membership represents a cross-section of individuals from business, government, education, and civic organizations. We welcome participants of all ages and backgrounds. WACC is a member of the World Affairs Councils of America.
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https://waccharleston.org/
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- 国际事务
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- 11-50 人
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- CHARLESTON，South Carolina
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- 非营利机构
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- Speaker Programs、International Affairs、Education Outreach、Public Forums、Global Issues和International Media
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Caroline Berg, senior at College of Charleston, represented our Council well at the national meeting in Washington, DC. She has a bright future!
As I begin the final stretch of my undergraduate career, I find myself looking back at some of the wonderful opportunities I have had. Reflecting on my WACA Student Scholars trip to Washington DC last November, I am so full of gratitude for the experience and the learning throughout the time we spent at the capital! Here are some photos and some memorable moments and discussions that resonate with me. Firstly, I had the honor of escorting the Ambassador from Djibouti to the closing luncheon. We had a long conversation about the future of intergovernmental organizations and diplomacy. Ambassador Doualeh shared so much wisdom from his experiences as a career diplomat. One of the conference sessions that especially resonated with me was on sports diplomacy with Travis J. Murphy. As a student athlete interested in international relations and global development, I learned so much about the opportunities that sport presents and the challenges faced by other nations' sports teams trying to travel to the United States for international sporting competitions, especially as the United States gears up to host a multitude of international events. At the House of Sweden, I had the wonderful opportunity to talk with WACA members from all over the country, and even found the wonderful members of the World Affairs Council of Detroit! The US Institute of Peace was definitely the highlight of Scholar Day! Learning about careers in peace negotiations processes solidified my passion for understanding the root causes of conflict and how to best achieve long lasting and sustainable peace. Lastly, the panel discussion surrounding women and development around the world was so inspiring and informative. As I have studied women in peacebuilding processes and have found a passion for studying women in peace negotiations and development, hearing from amazing women such as the Rwandan Ambassador to the United States Mathilde Mukantabana was truly invaluable. Being a student scholar was truly one of the highlights of my undergraduate career! I thank World Affairs Council of Charleston again for sponsoring my trip to DC. These reflections are only a few of many valuable things that I learned and experienced on this trip.
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MARCH 11 @6-7 pm EVENING SPEAKER on DIPLOMACY IN THE 21st CENTURY. U.S. diplomats face a growing array of complex global challenges—from climate change and cyber threats to geopolitical tensions and humanitarian crises. The question is: Are our diplomats equipped with the tools, resources, and support they need to navigate them effectively? Against the backdrop of DOGE cuts to the U.S. State Department and many other government agencies, this discussion will explore the state of the U.S. Foreign Service, the key role diplomats play in safeguarding American interests, and what the future holds for diplomacy in a rapidly changing global landscape. Tom Yazdgerdi is the president of the American Foreign Service Association, which represents 16,800 active duty and retired members of the Foreign Service, the U.S. diplomatic corps. Details here: https://lnkd.in/gr-hyspK
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Billions of dollars are now at stake for American farmers and ranchers. Much of the food USAID uses for food aid programs is sourced from surplus food grown by American farmers and ranchers.
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JAN 29 @6-7 PM | EVENING SPEAKER on MIDDLE EAST TURMOIL The Hamas attack of Oct. 7, 2023, and the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria are tectonic events reshaping the Middle East as we speak--this cannot be overstated--and will be a major, immediate challenge to U.S. policy under the new administration.? Al Thibault will provide an update on the Middle East and help us decipher recent events that have created so much turmoil, destruction, and unpredictability in the region. Our Council's Programs Chair, Al Thibault, has a long and distinguished career with the State Department. Al was U.S. Consul General in Lahore, Pakistan; deputy chief of mission in Nepal and India, senior advisor at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations in New York, and director for Middle East Refugee Assistance, traveling widely in the region. He was political counselor, deputy chief of mission, and chargé d' affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia. He studied Arabic in Jordan. He maintains a very active interest in Persian Gulf and Arabian Peninsula affairs. Details here: https://lnkd.in/gyUTKwKj
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Top Risks?is Eurasia Group's annual forecast of the political risks that are most likely to play out over the course of the year. This year's report was published on 6 January 2025. https://lnkd.in/eNZYbijJ
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President & CEO of Population Reference Bureau - Author of 8 Billion and Counting - Wilson Center Global Fellow - Senior Associate at CSIS Hess Center for New Frontiers - CFR member - TED 2023 Speaker
I never, ever look at comments on my videos, but my colleagues really pushed me to take a look at what people said about this Wired Tech Support video, which has over half a million views after only a couple of weeks out. Wow! To me, this really showcases what PRB is all about: data, evidence, contextualization, clear and simple explanations. Presenting information is NOT equivalent to making sure your audience UNDERSTANDS the information you're presenting. Big thanks to my colleagues for helping me prep and execute this. It was harder than it looks and was a team effort. #researchtranslation #population #data #sciencecommunication https://lnkd.in/eZyfN2aN
Demographics Expert Answers Population Questions | Tech Support | WIRED
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Brendan Clark, WCBD's Emmy-award winning news anchor, interviews Liza Tobin for the Everyday Heroes series. Ms. Tobin spoke to the World Affairs Council on December 10 about the escalating economic tensions between the U.S. and China, particularly in the technology sector. View the interview here:?https://lnkd.in/gTf7aMpc
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Join us next Tuesday, December 10th to hear Liza Tobin discuss the state of play in the U.S.-China strategic competition. The event in Buyer Auditorium at The Citadel starts at 5:15 PM with a reception followed by speaker presentation 6-7 PM. Free for students and WACC members. Guests are welcome for $30.00. Register at the door or at the link below!! https://lnkd.in/eB4mRc9R
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The U.S. Foreign Service received the 2024 International Service Award at the annual meeting of the World Affairs Councils of America last week. As the daughter and former spouse of career Foreign Service Officers, I can attest to the hard work they do--behind the scenes and often with little fanfare--to promote our country's safety and prosperity. Congratulations and THANK YOU to all my FSO friends around the world.
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